Trauma Disassociation unit Follow-Up Program
About Trauma Disassociation unit Follow-Up Program
TDU Follow-Up is a weekly program offered every Tuesday for those who have completed the 3 week inpatient TDU program. This program serves as an extension of the knowledge and skills learned within TDU including understanding theoretical components of trauma and dissociation. It introduces a broad range of topics with a focus on safety, stabilisation, skills development and peer support.
This program may be suitable for you if:
- You have completed the 3 week inpatient TDU program.
- You would like to deepen your understanding of trauma and how it affects your life.
- You have difficulty managing intrusive symptoms that get in the way of everyday life.
- You seem to be struggling with regulating your emotions and having difficulty in your interpersonal relationships.
- You would like to learn about different aspects of treatment for trauma and dissociation.
Program content
- Understanding Trauma
- Risk Management and Safety Planning
- Understanding Polyvagal Theory
- Learning to be Present
- Building Blocks of Mindfulness
- Somatic Resources
- Attachment Theory
- Expressive Therapies
- Understanding Dissociation
- Internal Family Systems
- Schema Therapy
- Self-Identity
- Abandonment
- Betrayal and Trust
- Conflict Resolution
- Boundaries
- Managing Difficult Emotions
- Intro to Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Problem Solving
- Self Compassion
- Coping Ahead
What you will experience
You will participate in group sessions lead by two qualified Allied Health Professionals. Participants will be supported to share lived experiences and to learn practical skills and evidence-based strategies for managing and reducing symptoms as well as strengthening self-identity and interpersonal relationships. Eash session focuses on exploring different aspects of trauma theory and treatment.
Treatment objectives
Objective 1
Understanding complex trauma - learn about the symptoms of trauma and what activates these, and develop strategies to reduce chronic dysregulation.
Objective 2
Understanding dissociation - learn ways to recognise and manage symptoms with consideration for safety planning.
Objective 3
Shifting perceptions - learn to challenge unhelpful thoughts and use helpful strategies to manage distress and cope in difficult situations.
Objective 4
Build healthy relationships - learn how to navigate relationships using assertive communication, set boundaries and respond effectively to conflict.
Objective 5
Self compassion - increase helpful self-talk and self-soothing skills in response to past and present stressors.
Objective 6
Strengthen trust in self and others by participating, sharing and connecting with others in group setting.
What's included
Education
To develop or refine new skills and strategies.
Action Plans
Step-by-step activities to help you put new skills into practice.
Workbooks
To guide you though education, reflection and exercises designed to tackle your symptoms.
Progress Tracking
Questionnaires to help you monitor your symptoms and/or progress
Extra Resources
Tools to help you overcome common challenges.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does this treatment start, and how long does it take?
This program is available every week on Tuesdays. The group will run from 9:15 to 3:00pm and participants can attend for a full day or half day. Participants can attend as little as 1 session or as many as they like.
How much does it cost?
Participants are admitted as a day patient and as such, can claim their attendance via their health fund. Participants can also pay out of pocket if desired. We ask that patients confirm any applicable out-of-pocket excess or gap costs directly with Belmont Therapy Programs on 07 3398 0270.
Who will find this program helpful?
This program may be useful for people diagnosed with Complex Trauma, Dissociative Identity Disorder or Dissociative symptoms.
